NEWPORT HARBOR REPUBLICAN WOMEN Serving Greater Newport Harbor Area Since 1952 Update October 2020 Editor: Robin Sanders NHRW will once again hold TWO meetings for our October speaker. Gathering restrictions still in place will allow each event a maximum seating capacity of only 70. Additional seating become available if the Governor allows for that option. A mask is required when entering and being seated. Join Us For Our Nick Adams is a proud, legal immigrant to the United States. Born and raised in Australia, in his early 20s Nick recognized that America offered him the freedom to succeed that SEPTEMBER was elusive in his native land. He was able to immigrate by receiving a rare GUEST SPEAKER “Extraordinary Ability Green Card,” meaning his achievements were at such a level that the United States would benefit from his presence. This distinction is reserved for individuals who have risen to the top of their fields and sustained national or international acclaim. When you hear him speak and share his story, you will understand why he was singled out for this rare status. Nick’s love and appreciation for this country is profound. When he realized that schools were turning young minds against America well before they reached college, he established The Foundation for Liberty and American Greatness (FLAG) (www.flagusa.org). This organization provides training in elementary, middle and high schools to increase patriotic pride and bridge the major civics deficiency that currently exists. The FLAG board includes luminaries such as Col. Allen West, Dennis Prager, Bill O’Reilly, Pete Hegseth, and many others. Nick Adams In addition to his efforts reaching out to American youth, Nick has written four best-selling "How Political Correctness books, two of which have been endorsed and promoted by President Trump. In fact, Is Transforming the several news outlets have declared Nick to be “the President’s favorite author.” President American Dream into the Trump recently appointed Nick to be a member of the Woodrow Wilson International European Nightmare - and Center for Scholars in the Smithsonian Institution. How We Must and Can Ensure the 21st Century Remains an At the age of 21, Nick was publicly elected Sydney’s youngest Deputy Mayor in Australian history. Come meet Nick at our upcoming events and see for yourself what makes this American Century” young man so special. Wednesday Dinner Event October 21, 2020 MEMBERS: $50 • NON-MEMBERS: $55 5:30PM - 7:30PM ($5 late charge—space permitting) Thursday Luncheon Event Payment to be received by Saturday, October 17th (May Sell Out Sooner) October 22, 2020 11:30AM - 1:30PM RESERVATIONS ARE BY CREDIT CARD ONLINE: NHRW.org at If you have any dietary restrictions, please notify us at the time of reservation in order to avoid additional charge; a special salad will be provided at both events. The Pacific Club 4110 MacArthur Blvd. You may email Pam Munro, Reservation Chair, with questions at Newport Beach 92660 [email protected] (preferred) or text (949) 293-3965 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE by Robin Sanders “These are the times that try men’s souls” —Thomas Paine NHRW BOARD OF DIRECTORS Of all of the NHRW Republican Campaign Headquarters Executive Officers where I have had the privilege of working over the last 15 Robin Sanders, President years, our 2020 headquarters will be one for the history (949) 338-7778 [email protected] books. With all that is at stake for our county and the upcoming 2020 election, this location has far exceeded our wildest J.T. Geehr, 1st VP, Programs expectations. It has been the busiest, the most exciting, energetic, and [email protected] enthusiastic headquarters I have ever witnessed! And thankfully, that kind of enthusiasm is being seen across the country. Lisa Hoover, 2nd VP, Membership (949) 400-8254 ~ [email protected] From the beginning, when Missy Ann Schweiger, one of our members, found the highly visible location and Libby Huyck, our Campaign HQ chair, received Libby Huyck, 3rd VP Campaign the green light from the board, the 430 W. Coast Highway location has had Headquarters non-stop attention, foot traffic, shoppers, precinct walks, candidate writing [email protected] campaigns, drive-by car rallies for Trump, boaters buying flags, patriots purchasing yard signs, people coming in to sign the Newsom Recall Barbara Brawner, Recording Secretary petitions, and volunteers filling the campaign headquarters with excitement. [email protected] We stand at a crossroads. Our country’s identity, culture, values, and very Michele Mann, Corresponding Secretary freedoms hang in the balance. With arguably [email protected] the most critical election in our lifetime, our Bonnie Papa, Treasurer democracy, our economy, our future, and the [email protected] futures of generations to come are all at great risk of falling into the way of socialism. Aside Becky Karns, Parliamentarian from re-electing President Trump, top (949) 679-2949 [email protected] priorities for all of us are our local races and state propositions. Our President needs strong Republicans who will have his back in Washington, and we need local Committee Chairs leaders who will protect our rights and support our police. The most important civic duty we can have as Americans is to vote. The simple act of Bonnie O’Neil, Current Events Action every Republican voting will produce the enormous landslide victory our [email protected] country needs. Cindy Gates, Hospitality It’s time to roll up our sleeves and GET TO WORK! Our system of checks [email protected] and balances must be restored and we must protect our civil liberties. Watch the debates, educate your friends and neighbors, share information with Robin Sanders, Newsletter your families, and please make time to volunteer at the headquarters! [email protected] Pam Munro, Reservations Recommended Websites for Trustworthy Information (949) 293-3965 [email protected] Joy Chen, Social Media & http://dailysignal.com/author/dazerrad/ Daughters of Liberty https://www.heritage.org [email protected] http://www.powerlineblog.com Jeannette Thomas, Voter Registration [email protected] http://www.breitbart.com https://www.frontpagemag.com/ http://dailycaller.com https://www.prageru.com Patty Thompson, Ways and Means https://www.dailywire.com https://www.townhall.com [email protected] OCTOBER NHRW MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION November 12th December 10th Kurt Schlichter Christmas Luncheon Election Results NHRW Annual Christmas Toy Drive for the First Battalion, First Marines Kurt Schlichter is an American author, political columnist, The toy drive is a wonderful way to show commentator, and trial lawyer. A former Colonel in the US Army who our appreciation and support to the served in both the Persian Gulf War and Kosovo, Kurt is a human pit bull 1st Battalion, 1st Marines with a dazzling sense of humor. and their families at Christmas time. You won’t want to miss Kurt’s overview of our election. Please note that our November 12th and December 10th speaker events will be on the second Thursday of the month to accommodate the holidays. We are hoping that 2021 regulations will allow our January - May speaker events to return to our regular luncheon format on the fourth Thursday of the month. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES Regular/Active Members - $48 Associate Members (Men) - $30 Student Members - $15 (full-time student 22 and under) ~ LUNCH & DINNER EVENTS ~ Regular/Active members are required to be registered Republicans Red Wine Braised Short Ribs, Associate or Student Members - interested in the success of Horseradish Mashed Potatoes, the Republican Party, and not registered in another political party. Petite Onion Rings, Roasted Baby Carrots, Individual Cookies For more information If you have any dietary restrictions with the menu, contact Lisa Hoover, Membership Chair please notify us at the time of your reservation. at [email protected] or call (949) 400-8354 A special salad will be provided. Sally Herdman Jenna Roman With our deepest New Jo Ito Norma Schall Members Jinil Kennelly Donna Schuller Susan Kincade Brenda St. Hilaire Meg McComb Joyce Ukropina Joni McMordie NHRW says good-bye to one of our long Vicky Vellocido time members, Lorraine Volpe Stacy Migliori who passed away on September 8th. Jan Aarvold Andrea Castro Virginia Moore Associate Members Lorraine was an active member for many Linda Ahern Susanne Clapp Amy Ogburn years who enjoyed attending luncheons, Morgan Anderson Janet Curci Mary Olds Leo Fracalosy volunteering, and serving on the board. Sharon Birkeland Trejsi DeGuire Stephanie Peleuses Jesse Heisler The family would appreciate your prayers. Diane Boultinghouse Dana Deploy Julie Pesusich Jack Means Vanessa Butler Connie Ensign Maureen Redd Kenneth Meany September 23rd ~ Dinner Event with speaker Trevor Loudon Lisa Hoover, Dieter Hulfachor Jack Means, Therese Loutherback Guest Speaker Trevor Loudon Bud and Jeannette Thomas Linda Daniels, Guest Speaker Trevor Loudon, Marion Jacobson, Eileen Saul, Janet Ronnenberg Pamela Hoffman, Lee Merrick, Diane Steffy Becky Karns Rosalie Puleo, Olivia Abel September 24th ~ Breakfast Event with speaker Trevor Loudon Rennette Crone, Lisa Hupp, Following California guidelines NHRW enjoys a maximum capacity to hear John and Michelle Curtius Kathy Mohr Trevor Loudon at our September speaker breakfast event. It’s great to be back! Paul and Nicola Garcia, Suzanne Wessman, Rupali Chadha Saundra Cima, Katie Ogden, Elisabeth Hau, Liz Barman, Sally Toth Mary Frances Stanley It was exciting to see the enthusiasm and turnout for the precinct walk for our